Program Officer (Hybrid/Bilingual)

Maplesoft Group; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Program Officer to oversee IT projects and ensure strategic alignment among stakeholders. This role demands a dynamic individual with extensive program management experience and strong communication skills. The ideal candidate will thrive in a hybrid work environment, contributing to exciting technologies and professional development opportunities. Join a company that values innovation and inclusivity, and help shape the future of IT project management. If you are passionate about leading multidisciplinary teams and driving successful outcomes, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT project or program management experience required.
• Fluency in English, both oral and written, is essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure implementation and oversight of program vision and strategy.
• Manage budget and contract compliance with suppliers.
• Coordinate training and change management activities.

Skills

Program Management

Cloud Architectures (AWS, Azure)

APIs

Systems Integration

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Agile Scrum

Stakeholder Management

Job description

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Do you want to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions count?

At Maplesoft, we value the contributions of all our employees and contractors. We listen and act upon suggestions, advice, and innovative ideas to further our strategic vision. In turn, Maplesoft contributes to the communities where we live and operate. We think globally, but act in our own backyards.

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Position: Program Officer (hybrid/Bilingual)

Maplesoft Group is currently seeking a Program Officer for our client.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

1. Governance and program management:
   • Ensure the implementation and follow-up of the vision and strategy of the program;
   • Set up a governance structure with monitoring and steering committees;
   • Provide overall oversight of the underlying IT projects;
   • Ensure regular reporting to key stakeholders (IT management, business units, suppliers);
   • Identify and mitigate technological, financial and operational risks.
2. Stakeholder coordination and management:
   • Follow-up activities with IT teams, business units and external partners;
   • Ensure smooth communication and strategic alignment between different programme actors.
3. Budget and contract management:
   • Oversee the management of the overall program budget;
   • Monitor costs and ensure value for money and human resources;
   • Ensure compliance with contracts with suppliers;
4. Deployment and transition:
   • Participate in the definition and supervision of migration and integration activities for new systems;
   • Manage tests, validations and certifications prior to implementation in production;
   • Coordinate training and change management activities.

Key Competencies:

• Ability to structure a large program and manage multiple concurrent projects;
• Knowledge of cloud architectures (AWS, Azure), APIs, systems integration;
• Communication and leadership skills;
• Ability to mobilize and align multidisciplinary teams;
• Fluency in both oral and written English;
• Experience in the gaming, lottery or fintech industry (major asset);
• Knowledge and mastery of the Agile Scrum process (major asset).

Minimum Requirements:

Minimum of ten (10) years of IT project or program management experience.

Maplesoft Group prides itself on its distinct corporate culture and recognizes that success is a direct reflection of our most valuable asset - our people. Therefore, attitude and ambition are key personality traits we seek out, along with skill and aptitude, in potential employees.

Maplesoft Group is committed to having a diverse, representative workforce and continuing to build an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals. Maplesoft Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal peoples or any other legally protected factors.

All employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and a work environment that supports our diverse workforce. Please let us know if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. We can be reached at Maplesoft Info at [e-mail].

We thank you for your interest in Maplesoft Group and wish to advise you that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

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